From Tests to ODIs the focus now shifts to T20Is. Australia tasted success in Tests but were unable to pose a threat in the ODIs. New Zealand, on the other hand, had a fantastic run in the limited-overs leg until Pakistan decided to spoil their party in the T20I series. England, in hindsight, could not retain the Ashes but owned the ODIs.

Australia have not received plenty of opportunity to play T20Is in 2017, though they did have their T20 league in place. They lost the series against Sri Lanka. Consequently drew the series against India.

England, on the other hand, is relieved to have begun their limited-overs leg on a positive note after losing the Ashes series. However, their records in 2017 have been unpleasant. England won at home against South Africa. They lost the series against West Indies and India. As for the players, the questions still revolves over the participation of Ben Stokes. The all-rounder, however, confirmed he would not participate in international events until his next hearing which is on February 15.

New Zealand, on the other hand, have something to cheer about. They won the series against West Indies and reclaimed their top spot from Pakistan in the T20Is. However, their winning streak was halted by Pakistan who won the recent three-match T20I series by 2-1.

All the teams would be hopeful to revive their fortunes through this series. The series would be partly played in Australia and partly in New Zealand.

The first three games would be played at Sydney, Hobart and Melbourne. The remaining games would be played in New Zealand at Wellington, Auckland, Hamilton and the final at Auckland again. The series spans from February 3 to February 21. All teams would play three games each. The top two teams would proceed to the final.